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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Favorite Engine Rebuild Books?

Posted by: Site Jul 22 2003, 02:13 PM

I've just purchased my first 914 - a '71 with a 2.0 swap. I want to restore the car and rebuild the engine adding some slight performance mods.

This is my first time working with a non-inline cylinder engine. Would some of you recommend to me your favorite reference books on 914 engine rebuilding?

Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 22 2003, 02:22 PM

Welcome to the BBS !!

Several good 914 people in your state...

Honestly.. I dont really know of a good book other than the "Haynes" manual for Type4 engine building.

B

Posted by: Mockmaw Jul 22 2003, 02:26 PM

I've been very happy with Tom Wilson's How To Rebuild Your Air-Cooled Volkswagon Engine. It's been a great resource, but don't expect it to answer every question you've ever had about the Type IV.. especially given that it was written.. uhh.. quite awhile ago. That being said, it has good information about stock rebuilds but virtually nothing about 'performance modifications'.

Posted by: vsg914 Jul 22 2003, 03:27 PM

I too use the Tom Wilson book for reference

Posted by: Aaron Cox Jul 22 2003, 03:50 PM

me too. haynes is really good too. try how to hot rod your volkswagen engine

Posted by: rhodyguy Jul 22 2003, 04:25 PM

you might see if the bug-me video, t-4 engine rebuild w/ jake raby is still available. it must be better than "installation is the reverse of removal".

kevin

Posted by: Site Jul 22 2003, 07:26 PM

Thank you all for your replies! I'll be sure to order Tim Wilson's book. I already have the Haynes manual. Does anyone know if Jake Raby's video is still available?

Posted by: tahoward Jul 22 2003, 07:30 PM

Welcome aboard! These guys can help you do anything to your teener. I'm in Middletown, but alas I'm a novice to these cars. I have learned a lot and am willing to help you out on any projects. Good luck, Terry

Posted by: URY914 Jul 22 2003, 07:40 PM

Jake's video can be ordered from bugmevideo.com or 1-800-662-0071.

It get two thumbs up from me.

Paul